Update to the Great Cheverell Plan with the Village Design Statement

Cheverell Magna Parish Council October 2011 Cheverell Magna Parish Plan l Updated 2011 www.greatcheverell.org

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THE UPDATE TO THE PARISH PLAN

The original Parish Plan was prepared by: David Nichols, Lynda Wearn, Pauline Jenkinson, Rosalind Ambler, Louise George, Stella Wilson, Debbie Deimert and Anna Spear

The proposed new planning legislation makes it imperative that we produce a Neighbourhood Development Plan to ensure that any planning fits in with what villagers want.

This update t brings us up to date so we know where we are now and what still need to be done.

An 18th century map of Great Cheverell

Contents Great Cheverell Village Design Statement ...... 4 Welcome to the Great Cheverell Parish Plan ...... 5 How the Plan was Researched ...... 6 The Past ...... 7 The Present ...... 7 The Future ...... 8 Leisure Recreation and Culture ...... 9 Community Facilities ...... 10 Transport, Traffic, Roads and Footpaths ...... 11 Retail Services ...... 12 Environment ...... 13 Employment ...... 14 Crime and Security ...... 15 Health ...... 16 Planning ...... 17 Younger Residents ...... 18

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There is strong resistance to expansion of the village by GREAT CHEVERELL allowing big developments. Extensions to existing buildings, VILLAGE DESIGN STATEMENT and any new housing within the village boundaries, should complement neighbouring buildings.

Proposals by Since the development of the Parish Plan the Parish Council has Cheverell Magna Parish Council consulted on major development i.e. Witchcombe Close and represented views of residents on all planning applications making substantial contribution to the management of There are major changes in the planning process being development in the village. introduced by the government, which could have a significant What the Parish Council will do impact on the village. Cheverell Magna Parish Council is concerned, and has received representation by a number of In order to preserve our village the Parish Council will continue parishioners. to campaign for sympathetic and appropriate development based on: As part of the Core Strategy (published in consultation in June 2011), Great Cheverell has been identified as a The scope for limited building, ideally infill; Larger Village (which the Parish Council has contested) with The need for affordable housing, so we don’t lose young potential for development. This is set at a maximum of 20 people; houses as part of the Community area share. The need for enhanced transport links, so that people can The Parish Council, as part of ongoing consultation, will live here but work elsewhere; continue to campaign on behalf of residents to ensure that The need to preserve the historical nature of the village, building is appropriate to the character of the village. recognising the existing road structure and limited

It is intended that, once revised guidance has been published infrastructure (power, drainage / sewerage, broadband). by the Government, this Statement will be revised and A reasonable density of housing (maximum 20 as identified restructured into a formal Neighbourhood Development Plan. in the Wiltshire Core Strategy), built in a sympathetic style, with an emphasis on affordable housing, targeted What residents think at young local residents. As part of the development of the Parish Plan in 2006, The preservation of existing views, quality of light, clean consultation with parishioners found that retaining the air, sensible traffic flows, and other important aspects character of the village was very important to most residents, that maintain the high Quality of Life in the village and there was concern about existing and potential new developments spoiling this. The other major problem is providing enough affordable housing for young people.

In addition to concerns about housing, feedback from villagers through the Village Appraisal and Witchcombe Lane and Weavers Mead consultation processes indicate a concern about insufficient consideration for new jobs for local people Cheverell Magna Parish Council, in the village. October 2011

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WELCOME TO THE the purpose of preparing such a Plan at which a number of GREAT CHEVERELL PARISH PLAN volunteers came forward to sit on the Parish Plan Steering Group. This document reflects the views of the The Group is proud to state that none of these initial whole community on how they want their volunteers has fallen by the wayside since that initial meeting village to go forward. in May 2004. The purpose of a Parish Plan is to: Reflect the views of all sections of the community;

Identify which features and local characteristics people UPDATE 2011 value; As part of the new Localism Bill, the Identify local problems and opportunities; proposed new planning legislation invites State how residents want the community to develop in communities to produce a Neighbourhood the future; Development Plan (NDP) in conjunction with Produce a plan of action to achieve this vision. local planning authorities. The Parish Plan scheme was set up by the Countryside Agency, This doesn’t mean we have total control which provided a grant that, together with locally raised over building in the village but it gives us funds, has paid for the research. This scheme has now been the tools to decide how we wish the village wound up, and Great Cheverell was among the last villages to expand, in what directions and the type to obtain this funding. The application for funding had to be of development we think suitable. made rapidly, following an initial village meeting to explain

A classic summer scene – the church fete at the Old Rectory

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HOW THE PLAN WAS RESEARCHED

At the original village meeting. a representative from Community First (who give support to small communities including the preparation of Parish Plans) invited those present to say what they did and didn’t like about Great Cheverell, and what their main concerns were.

This naturally only flushed out the opinions of those present, so a questionnaire was prepared and distributed, inviting every resident old enough to understand the questions to submit their views.

205 questionnaires were completed, which represents aresponse of approximately 40% of the villagers.

QUESTIONNAIRE

The findings and recommendations within this Plan are largely, but not entirely, based on the questionnaire. As all the steering committee live in the village, opinions were also gathered throughout the research period through day to day encounters, and the planning aspect was looked into when preparing the village appraisal in 1995 and during consultation for new developments in the village.

Holy Trinity School also participated, with a project that asked local children what they liked, or disliked, about the village. It was heartening to learn that our younger residents love where they live.

Great Cheverell is the best village in the world Holy Trinity Pupil, Summer 2005

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THE PAST

Great Cheverell has been in existence since Saxon times, although there may have been an earlier Roman settlement. In the 15th century the Cheverell manors formed an endowment for Almshouses, and after that a string of landowners owned most of the village until the last major landowner, Simon Watson-Taylor, sold off his estate and houses came into private ownership. Today, the village has a population of 588.

Great Cheverell’s main street is within a conservation area, providing picture postcard prettiness. The downside to this is poor access to most of the public buildings and facilities - the village hall, the post office stores and the public house are all entered via steps, making disabled access difficult, UPDATE 2011 but alterations to the structures are strictly controlled by the There are now a lot of clubs and activities conservation rules within the village for all age groups. They are held in the Village Hall and the New Pavillion. The latter replaced the Community Hall and is a valuable asset for the village. It is wheelchair accessible, with a large hall, catering kitchen, changing rooms, showers storage facilities and parking. A children’s playground has been built in the adjacent playing fields.

The Bell, when cartwheels were practical not decorative THE PRESENT

There is a nursery school, primary school, small group of business/industrial units, a garage, a post office stores and a church. It is felt that the village is somewhat lacking in community spirit, with long term residents harking back to days when there were more village activities and associations, and newcomers commenting on the lack of community events. This may be due in part to losing the community hall that used to stand on the playing fields at the top of the village.

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THE FUTURE

There has been an ongoing proposal for a new housing UPDATE 2011 development at the top of the village, that would include a new community hall provided by the developers, and an The community hall, the New Pavilion has improved playground. This has been under consideration been built, as has the playground and the since the 1980s and has suffered a large number of setbacks. development of new houses has been At the time of preparing this Plan, building is expected to completed. start in 2006. The additional residents, both at Wychcombe Close and Weavers Mead has meant there Beyond this, no further expansion of the village is likely to are more children for the school, more occur, although infill building is still feasible. customers for the shop, pub and activities around Great Cheverell. Therefore housing, provided it is on a small scale and in keeping with the village has a positive effect on our surroundings and the facilities we can all enjoy. The playground sits on the playing fields adjacent to the New Pavilion. These have been improved and are used by the local football club. Many of the summer activities are also held here and together with the New Pavilion, provide a flexible and high quality facility for the village.

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LEISURE, RECREATION & CULTURE

The majority of villagers learn about events through News & Views, the parish magazine. It is hoped that the new website will also play a role.

Key Objectives

Gather like-minded people together to set up societies and interest groups. Overcome reluctance to get involved with organisation of activities - it is no good waiting for ‘them’ to do it for you. If you want it, make it happen.

How do people know what is happening UPDATE 2011 in Great Cheverell? News & Views is still delivered to all homes Most residents (61% of those questioned) in the village and is vital in letting everyone felt well informed about what was going on know what os going on in this village and locally, mainly via word of mouth, local press the Lavingtons. and notice boards The new website has been built and is up and Demand for daytime activities was modest, running. As well as giving information on with just over 10% of people asking for local clubs, activities, schools and facilities, keep fit, computer studies and gardening it holds all the Parish Council’s Agendas, activities. Minutes and Policies. This is now updated at Demand is also there for a youth club, least twice a month. and keep fit. Brownies and scouts, dance, A skittle alley is now available at The George gardening and badminton all had moderate & Dragon at Erlstoke and is well used. support. Brownies and various keep fit activities are The idea of evening activities was more held in the New Pavilion and local bands are popular. 40% would like arts events such as able to practice there. A pantomime is held drama, music, and 30% specifically asked each Christmas. for concerts in the church. The Village Hall is the meeting place for Skittles and darts at the pub scored the numerous clubs including a village book highest, with good awareness of junior club and a whist evening. football, bingo, whist, aiki, fellowship group The Parish Council support the local youth and support from the church. Cricket at club in West Lavington and are investigating , the Friendship club, theatre group, whether to set up an outreach youth club in yoga and book club scored below 30%. Great Cheverell.

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COMMUNITY FACILITIES

There are four public meeting places in the village. The Bell UPDATE 2011 public house has a large upstairs function room that doubles The Bell has replaced the skittle alley and as the skittle alley and there is a village hall on the High function room with B&B accommodation, but Street. Both these are reached by steps, making them difficult the Village Hall, New Pavilion, St Peter’s and for or unusable by those with mobility problems. The school the Holy Trinity C of E Aided Primary School has a large hall that can be hired, and St Peter's Church is Academy all have halls for hire. Contacts are also available for hire for concerts. shown on the website. When the Community Centre is built the children's play park The children’s playpark has been completed alongside the football pitch will be refurbished, and a car with additional facilities for teens. There is a park created. car park for the New Pavillion, which is also Key Objectives proving very useful for the school at drop-off and pick-up times. This has improved safety The Parish Council to produce a Newcomers' Village no end, with a marked crossing on the road Welcome Pack, including details of the community for the school. facilities, and establish a network of volunteers to monitor Welcome Packs have been produced but are the arrival of newcomers, and deliver these packs. expensive and the website: www.greatcheverell.org provides up to date information. Are residents aware of village facilities? Awareness of the village hall and pub function room was very high, and both these venues are well used by residents. The availability of the school hall, however, was not something people knew about, and only 14% of those questioned had actually used this facility. There was low awareness of the fact that St Peter’s could be hired. Details of how to hire all these venues need publicising, via the notice boards and website, together with contact names, hire rates, and any restrictions that apply. Other channels that could be used include posters and flyers, information taken home by pupils at Holy Trinity School, the church notice board and the Friendship Group.

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TRANSPORT, TRAFFIC, ROADS & FOOTPATHS Are the roads and footpaths well A bus service from Devizes to Trowbridge via Westbury maintained and safe? operates through the village, also one to Bath. A service to 44% of those questioned were not happy Salisbury can be caught at the junction with the A361. The with the condition of the roads and/or local timetable is displayed outside the Post Office, and other footpaths. 34% of people indicated that timetables are available from the Post Office. Two thirds of they would be willing to help maintain respondents do not use the bus which is largely used by footpaths. A number of people attending the people under 24. first village meeting put themselves forward The Parish Council needs to identify which roads are causing for footpath maintenance and these names concern and where appropriate take the matter up with the have been passed to the Parish Council. Highways Agency. There is a need for an action group to Do people feel in danger as pedestrians, support the Parish Council in tackling traffic and speeding cyclists or riders on the roads? problems and prepare a plan and/or conduct lobbying at 46% of respondents did feel the village roads other levels. presented some danger. Speed of traffic was Key Objectives the major concern, together with HGVs. There is alarm at the prospect of HGVs coming Utilise the voluntary services that have been offered to through the village to the new development. maintain footpaths. Haphazard and unsafe parking in the High Form a Traffic Action Group. Street was also a concern, although this can Publicise methods that should be used by individuals to aid in reducing the speed of through traffic. report road maintenance problems.

UPDATE 2011 The Parish Council has formed a Traffic Action Group and a huge amount of work has gone into writing to and lobbying councillors, collecting evidence including photographs. Our County Councillor Richard Gamble, has been very supportive and we can report some success. We are the first village in Wiltshire to trial a 20mph speed limit within the village. Signage and roundals have been placed by and on the roads at appropriate intervals. A marked crossing place has been installed between the New Pavilion car park and the school. Green Lane, a route used by school children has been resurfaced and the bank has been dug away from the footpath opposite the school to the T-junction with the B3098, leaving a wider and safer footpath. A new street lamp has been installed to improve visabilty between that junction and the school. Footpaths generally have been cut back by the Parish Steward and the Parish Council are producing an Annual Maintenance Plan. HGVs are still an issue but following intense lobbying, WCC are considering using an alternative route for HGV bridge diversions.

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RETAIL SERVICES

Great Cheverell has a Post Office stores that also offers a Do residents have problems using retail dry cleaning and other services, public house, and garage, services outside the village, due to all of which enjoy a high level of local support. 90% of transport problems? respondents used the Post Office, 87% the shop, 82% A small percentage said yes to this question. If the pub and 61% the garage. Both the shop and the pub these people can be identified they may wish present access problems, being reached by steps. A milkman, to participate in the Devizes Link Scheme that Michael Bulling, delivers milk and some other groceries provides transport for those who need it. including bread, potatoes, cheese, orange juice. These Would residents be interested in having deliveries take place on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. groceries delivered via a shopping A grocery van, D & D Coxhead, makes daily deliveries group? 9% of respondents found this an including milk from Littleton Pannell. Deliveries are made by attractive idea. I & L Smith of Cheverell Stores to those who are unable to get Establish whether Cheverell Stores would be to the shop. There is potential to increase this service willing to support such a scheme, and if so confirm interest from potential participants. Interested parties without internet access need to be identified. The Countryside Agency is currently reviewing an Do people use online supermarket initiative to establish rural internet facilities. The status of this shopping with delivery services? review should be investigated for the village. 22% of respondents did use these services, mainly younger people. This may indicate Key Objectives that there is potential for a village internet Support the Link Scheme helping those with transport facility, to enable people currently unable to difficulties. use this facility and help those unfamiliar Investigate public internet services, in conjunction with with internet use. the Countryside Agency. Liaise with village retail outlets to see how their businesses can be further supported and developed.

UPDATE 2011 The Parish Council supports the Link Scheme. An additional bus service No 2, calls into the village on a Tuesday in term times for Salisbury Market. There is also a service Connect2, to take patients to Bath United Hospital, running Monday to Friday. Unfortunately, The Saturday X88 service to Bath is under threat but the Parish Council is resisting this cut robustly. A hairdresser has open in Ridout’s Yard and an Indian Takeaway, Zeera has opened in Market Lavington. The Post Office has been bought by Stevie and Gary Stamp who also offer coffee ad a book swap service. B&B accommodation is available at the Bell.

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ENVIRONMENT

Recycling and environmental issues produced the strongest Who would use a community compost message received from residents via the questionnaire, with facility? 94% considering these matters very important, or important. Half the people questioned would use a Currently Holy Trinity School has a newspaper collection bin. community composting facility if available. Appropriate authorities should be consulted, and if possible The village needs either a community attend an information session in the village. composting facility to which people could Key Objectives take their green waste, or pick-up points for green waste to be collected on a regular A village composting facility basis. Encouragement of greater responsibility by dog owners There has been an initial discussion about to reduce fouling, and greater enforcement of bylaws. the possibility of developing a composting Dissemination of energy efficiency information scheme in conjunction with Erlestoke Prison, An annual village clean up in May and the Prison is also looking to develop its own recycling. Green Waste wheelie bins are shortly to be supplied to Great Cheverell residents who have applied for them. UPDATE 2011 Is dog fouling a problem in the village? The provision of a village composting facility was examined but events overtook 43% of villagers think dog fouling is a us. Erlstoke Prison created a recycling area, problem, with the highest level of concern including composting. Then Kennet Council being from residents of Church Lane, Hill started providing green waste bins and Corner, Garston and Townsend. these are now to be provided free by WCC. Dog owners must be encouraged to use poop Cardboard and plastic will now also be scoops. Disposal bags are available free of collected by the council. charge from the shop or the Parish Clerk. Dog fouling is still an issue and notices What environmental activities do people have been placed around the playing field, most want? playground and village. Regular reminders From a list of 6 options, the most popular are also placed in News & Views. was to continue having village skips for We have an annual litter pick in the village household rubbish (67%) followed by 47% and provide skips at specified times. wanting garden waste skips. After events at the New Pavilion, any litter is 38% of people would support a litter pick cleared from the playing fields, playground up day, and 33% a village spring clean. and hall. bank holiday weekends in May. 32% would Some residents pick up litter whilst walking be interested in a plant exchange day for their dogs and this is appreciated/. gardeners.

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EMPLOYMENT

While unemployment is not a large problem the closure of Compass in December 2005 has reduced the numbers employed in the village, and this also affects the number of transactions through the Post Office and other knock- on effects. Sole traders living and working from home in the village are somewhat invisible, and might appreciate networking opportunities. for the Plan to help, childcare, training and the provision of community office equipment were what was wanted.

The District Council, Pre-school at Holy Trinity School and The Should the Parish Plan encourage Old School Nursery could be asked about the feasibility of employment within the village? organising a local crèche. Half the respondents felt that if possible IT Key Objectives should help to encourage more employment within Great Cheverell. Possible workspaces Identify potential workspaces should be identified and existing employers Bring training to the village should be encouraged to advertise vacancies Promote available childcare services locally on the village website. Did people want to set up their own businesses, and how could the Parish UPDATE 2011 Plan help? Businesses require reliable, fast connectivity 7% of respondents, which equals around and the Parish Council is working with WCC 15 individuals, were interested in setting up to apply for a grant to improve broadband businesses. They wanted help with training speeds in the village. The speeds range and finding suitable workspaces. People also from slow to very slow and cannot support felt that there was a need to raise awareness many of the new services on offer. A new of existing companies and to support local initiative Digital Inclusion from WCC has set producers and services. aside funding to speed up internet services Assistance should be sought from the in rural areas. Wiltshire Education Authority, Wiltshire Local childcare facilities are advertised on College and the Learning Skills Council the village website with links and contact for activities such as the visiting computer numbers. training that was run in the village in 2002. New equine-related businesses have started The Great Cheverell website and News and in the village, but most small businesses, Views can be used to raise awareness of unless retail, remain largely hidden. local enterprises.

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CRIME & SECURITY

Crime is not a great problem in Great Cheverell. The village YOUR NEW POLICE has a local police officer who liaises with the Parish Council, has established links with the village and gives support in NON-EMERGENCY reducing antisocial behaviour. NUMBER The major concern amongst villagers is vandalism. Support is required from Wiltshire County Council to provide DIAL101 youth activities in the village to occupy the bored and prevent disenchanted youngsters from causing trouble. An attempt to set this up in 2005 failed due to lack of available staff.

Key Objectives Do you feel unsafe at home or in the community? Attract more volunteers to help with Neighbourhood 82% of the respondents did feel safe, with Watch 17% feeling unsafe, these largely being from Encourage the provision of youth activities the under 24 age group. Set up free home risk assessments Do you want to work from home, and Invite BVT to raise awareness of security etc to whole could the Parish Plan help? village 29% of respondents would like to work from home, but the majority did not think the Parish Plan could be instrumental in UPDATE 2011 bringing this about. Policing has been reorganised in Wiltshire Are you aware of a neighbourhood and our village is supported by the Devizes watch scheme in Great Cheverell, and South Rural Beat. would you be prepared to help? Police officers regulary attend Parish Council 69% of the population were aware of the meetings and target problem areas. scheme, and 35% indicated they were willing Vandalism can be a sporadic problem but to help out with the scheme. there is more for youngsters to do locally. Did residents want free home risk A Youth Club operates in West Lavington assessments? and this is supported by the Parish Council. There was considerable demand for Events are held in the New Pavilion for young Home Security, Fire and Home insulation people featuring local bands and they have assessments, to be arranged through been allowed to practice in the hall. , Bobby Van Trust (BVT), The play park includes facilities for teens Wiltshire Fire Brigade and Kennet District including a teen shelter and zip wire. Council.

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HEALTH

Great Cheverell has neither a doctor’s surgery nor a pharmacy, Do residents have problems getting to although prescriptions can be dispensed from Market health and social care appointments? Lavington pharmacy and delivered to Cheverell Stores. A small percentage (7%) of respondents did On the strength of the responses, Cheverell certainly could find it difficult to get to doctors, dentists etc, muster sufficient volunteer drivers to take the 7% who have these being people of retirement age, many real problems getting to appointments, and development living alone. of the Link scheme should be a viable prospect, with the Would people like a service whereby service offered to as many villagers as possible. The potential local residents would drive them to drivers need to be identified and approached with a Link Co appointments. ordinator appointed. A massive 79% would like such a service, Set up a Community Care Information Point (CCIP) in the far outstripping the 7% who actually find it village, or via GPs’ surgeries used by residents difficult to get to appointments.

Key Objectives Would they be prepared to volunteer to do the driving? Recruit local volunteer drivers, in consultation with 16% of respondents also would be prepared Devizes or other Link schemes. to drive people to appointments. Set up a CCIP. Are there people in the village who care for someone unable to manage on a day to day basis without help? UPDATE 2011 9% of respondents were carers. There is a The Parish Council has approached the need both to support these individuals, Courtyard Surgery to see if it is feasible to set and to inform those who may need support up a satellite surgey in the village one day a or care in the future, what resources are week. Dr Osborne visited the New Pavilion available, and how to access them. but felt it was unsuitable. Privacy would be a Are carers aware of support available? problem and there was no internet or phone Most carers were aware of support available, connection. However, the PC are pursuing although additional information could be this and might be prepared to offer some supplied at a Community Care Information funding to in order to start such a surgery. Point (CCIP), from GP surgeries, Social Residents do use the West Lavington Link Services, Age Concern and Kennet Carers service but with the price of fuel, the cost of based in Pewsey. journeys is rising. Lifts are offered on a personal basis but Link has not been set up in the village.

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PLANNING

Retaining the character of the village is very important to UPDATE 2011 most residents and there is some concern about enlarging the The two new developments, Weavers Mead village too much. However, it is only by building new houses and Witchcombe Lane are very much part of that the other major problem (providing enough housing for the village and have brought new families to young people) can be addressed. Great Cheverell. In addition to concerns about housing, feedback from This has helped sustain local businesses and villagers through the Village Appraisal and Witchcombe Lane keep the numbers up at local schools. and Weavers Mead consultation processes indicate a concern The Parish Council have managed to prevent about insufficient planning for new jobs for local people in unsuitable infilling and over-development the village. but the proposed new planning legislation Kennet District Council are responsible for planning, and they is causing concern. consult the Parish Council when applications are made, and The WCC Strategic Plan has set a target are obliged to have regard for Parish Council comments. of 20 new residential dwellings for Great Sympathetic new buildings in keeping with local architecture Cheverell in the next 5 years and it is crucial are well received that they are : Sited where villagers want them. There is strong resistance to expansion of the village, and big developments. Extensions to existing buildings and any new Fit into the village architecture. housing within the village boundaries should complement Affordable housing for young families. neighbouring buildings. The Parish Council always consults on Key Objectives planning issues ; Agendas are posted on the notice board ahead of council meetings. The Parish Council to consult on major planning issues It is essential that a Neighbourhood where possible. Development Plan is now produced. The Parish Council to develop a Village Design Statement to be used as supplementary planning guidance.

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YOUNGER RESIDENTS

A project was run in conjunction with Holy Trinity School, What do 1 1-18 year olds have to say? inviting pupils to say what they did and didn’t like about the Attendees from Great Cheverell completed village, to ascertain the views of pupils by means of their a questionnaire, which indicated that they intranet chat room. came from all areas of the village with most living in Victoria Park and Weavers Mead. It’s not too big and everyone is friendly. The majority (68%) enjoyed living here. They shouldn’t make it too big. However, only 30% thought they would be able to live here as adults, even though half It needs a park where children can play. would like to. Barriers such as expensive Great Cheverell is the best village in housing, lack of facilities, few jobs and lack the world. of transport were seen as the reasons they would be more likely to move away. This TEENAGERS reflects views found elsewhere in the plan voiced by adults. After trying to arrange a young person’s event with Wiltshire Youth Service, the Steering Group approached young people to organise something that appealed to them.

An outstanding live music evening was held in Holy Trinity UPDATE 2011 School attended by 100 young people (32 from Great Cheverell from a population of approximately 100, 1 1 to 18 year olds). The playground caters primarily for younger Two excellent local bands provided the entertainment, Metal children but facilities have been provided for Militia and Adrenaline. The musicians were between the ages teens. of 14 and 17 years, and worked extremely hard playing as There have been several musical events for well as making, selling and distributing tickets. young people which have been really well attended, both by youngsters in the village The lack of activities geared towards young people was and those from neighbouring villages. reported by everyone. There was a general move away from traditional organisations such as a youth club, scouts and The parish Council are supporting the New guides. Everyone wanted somewhere they could meet up with Pavilion Trust in providing good sound friends. This included events similar to the party arranged by equipment, staging and lighting for the the Steering Group and access to a community centre or a venue which will improve the experience for place to meet that provided flexibility for a range of activities. the young bands that perform and practice They agreed with the younger children that a park with there. suitable equipment and activities would be welcomed. The Parish Council are examining the possability of setting up an outreach youth Key Objective club in the village and are awaiting details Endeavour to form a Young People’s Group, involving from West Lavington. young people with adult support.

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